Hi Cjo,
Welcome to the forum! There are many causes of swelling around the eyes. They are- Mononucleosis, Hormonal problems, Excess salt intake, Allergies, Hypothyroidism and Periorbital cellulitis. The causes of pressure behind the eyes are sinusitis, high blood pressure and Periorbital cellulitis. Since you have the symptoms of swelling around the eyes and increased pressure behind the eyes, the most probable cause could be Periorbital Cellulitis associated with allergy.
Periorbital Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the tissues surrounding the eyes. If left untreated or not treated properly, the infection may spread behind the eyeball and result in Orbital Cellulitis. It is a more serious and life threatening condition and requires immediate administration of antibiotics intravenously. You need to consult an eye specialist immediately for the examination, investigations and confirmation of diagnosis. Please start antibiotic treatment as suggested by the specialist.
As far as your other investigation results are concerned, you already know that you are anemic. The high MCV also supports it. Causes of high MCV are pernicious anemia or hemolytic anemia.
High albumin is almost always caused by dehydration. Elevated Eosinophil levels suggest allergies and inflammation. As there is inflammation and swelling around the eyes caused by Periorbital cellulitis thus the eosinophil levels are raised.
Your symptoms do not support Hydrocephalus as a cause. Hydrocephalus is associated with headache, vomiting, nausea, swelling of the optic nerve, blurred or double vision, balance problems, poor coordination, altered gait, urinary incontinence, lethargy, drowsiness, irritability or personality changes and sometimes memory loss. Please consult an eye specialist for the management. Hope this helps you. Take care and regards!
Hi,
Was reading your post, but dodn't understand what you said the CT scain read when you got the report. . Praying that someone can determine what is causing your prob;em and will be able to fi/treat.
Madlyn